UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
93: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 93
93: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 93
93: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 93
Wednesday 9th April 2025
Join JJ, Natalie, Emilie, and guest Alfredo Botello as they share their caregiving journeys filled with laughter, tears, and practical advice.
47 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Caregiving can be both challenging and rewarding.
- Humour is essential in dealing with caregiving stress.
- Self-care is crucial for caregivers.
- Sharing experiences helps build a supportive community.
- It's okay to feel frustrated and seek help.
Caregiving isn't always rainbows and unicorns; it's hard but amazing too.
Caregiving is often a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, and in this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, you'll hear from JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy, and Emilie Elliott as they share their candid experiences. These three sisters support their mum, who is living with Parkinson's disease, and Emilie's husband, a cancer survivor. Their stories are heartfelt, sometimes humorous, and always honest about the ups and downs of caregiving.
They are joined by guest Alfredo Botello, a novelist and screenwriter who shares his own caregiving journey with his mum, who has Alzheimer's disease. Alfredo's story is a testament to the challenges and rewards of caregiving, and his book, 'Spin Cycle: Notes from a Reluctant Caregiver', offers a raw and real look at the caregiving trenches.
The episode dives into the emotional rollercoaster that comes with being a caregiver - from moments of frustration and confusion to those of deep connection and love. The sisters and Alfredo discuss the importance of self-care and finding humour in the little things to keep going. You'll hear anecdotes that range from touching to laugh-out-loud funny, all while providing practical tips for those in similar situations.
Whether you're a caregiver yourself or know someone who is, this episode offers a sense of community and understanding. It's a reminder that while caregiving can be incredibly challenging, it can also be deeply rewarding. So, grab a cup of tea, sit back, and get ready to feel seen and supported. You might even find yourself laughing along the way. Why not give it a listen? You never know what helpful tips or comforting words you might find.